FLY Weekly Updates | 11.06.26
FLY Weekly Update | November 6, 2026
November is off to a busy start for FLY! We are excited to welcome our community tomorrow for our Italian Spaghetti Dinner, continue collecting orders for our Dough for Dough cookie fundraiser, and take another step forward in planning our 2027 Mission Trip to Denver.
There are lots of ways to get involved, lend a hand, and support our youth! Take a look at what's happening, mark your calendars, and see how you can be part of everything coming up!
There are lots of ways to get involved, lend a hand, and support our youth! Take a look at what's happening, mark your calendars, and see how you can be part of everything coming up!
Mission Trip 2027 | Denver, Colorado
Planning continues for our 2027 FLY Mission Trip to Denver, Colorado!
Our initial participant numbers have been submitted, and we are moving forward with the next steps in planning this exciting opportunity!
November 15 – First Payments Due!
If you are planning to participate in the 2027 mission trip, please remember that your first payment is due by November 15.
Staying on top of our payment deadlines helps us continue preparing for our trip and making the necessary arrangements.
If you have questions about the trip, payment schedule, or participation, please connect with Justin.
We are looking forward to serving others, growing in faith, building friendships, and making a difference together!
Our initial participant numbers have been submitted, and we are moving forward with the next steps in planning this exciting opportunity!
November 15 – First Payments Due!
If you are planning to participate in the 2027 mission trip, please remember that your first payment is due by November 15.
Staying on top of our payment deadlines helps us continue preparing for our trip and making the necessary arrangements.
If you have questions about the trip, payment schedule, or participation, please connect with Justin.
We are looking forward to serving others, growing in faith, building friendships, and making a difference together!
Fundraisers
Italian Spaghetti Dinner | TOMORROW!
It's almost here! Our FLY Italian Spaghetti Dinner is happening tomorrow, and we are excited to welcome our church family and community for an evening of great food, fellowship, and fun!
Saturday, November 7 | 5:00–7:00 PM
Faith Lutheran Church | Fellowship Hall
We are looking forward to a wonderful evening while raising funds to support our FLY Youth Ministry and future opportunities, including our 2027 Mission Trip!
A Few Important Reminders for Volunteers:
Students, families, and anyone willing to lend a hand are encouraged to help!
If you are able to assist, please plan to arrive between 3:00–3:30 PM so we can get everything ready before guests arrive.
We can use extra hands with:
Whether you can help for the entire evening or just a portion of it, every extra set of hands makes a difference!
Dough for Dough | Cookie Fundraiser Underway!
Our Dough for Dough cookie fundraiser is officially underway, and we are now accepting orders through November 30!
This is a great opportunity for students and families to spread the word and help support FLY.
Here's how you can help:
Every order helps support FLY youth activities, events, and future opportunities. Thank you for helping us spread the word!
It's almost here! Our FLY Italian Spaghetti Dinner is happening tomorrow, and we are excited to welcome our church family and community for an evening of great food, fellowship, and fun!
Saturday, November 7 | 5:00–7:00 PM
Faith Lutheran Church | Fellowship Hall
We are looking forward to a wonderful evening while raising funds to support our FLY Youth Ministry and future opportunities, including our 2027 Mission Trip!
A Few Important Reminders for Volunteers:
Students, families, and anyone willing to lend a hand are encouraged to help!
If you are able to assist, please plan to arrive between 3:00–3:30 PM so we can get everything ready before guests arrive.
We can use extra hands with:
- Final setup and preparations
- Food preparation and serving
- Greeting and helping guests
- Cleanup throughout the evening
Whether you can help for the entire evening or just a portion of it, every extra set of hands makes a difference!
Dough for Dough | Cookie Fundraiser Underway!
Our Dough for Dough cookie fundraiser is officially underway, and we are now accepting orders through November 30!
This is a great opportunity for students and families to spread the word and help support FLY.
Here's how you can help:
- Share our fundraiser posts on Facebook.
- Tell friends, family, and neighbors about the fundraiser.
- Ask coworkers if they would like to place an order.
- Help us reach as many people in our community as possible!
- 2 lb. tin – $10
- 3 lb. tin – $15
- November 1–30: Order collection
- November 30: Cookie Dough Prep Night at Auburndale High School, 5:30–7:30 PM
- December 6: Cookie Dough Pickup & Delivery following worship
Every order helps support FLY youth activities, events, and future opportunities. Thank you for helping us spread the word!
FLY Spotlight | Show Us What You're Up To!
FLY isn't just about what happens at church! We want to celebrate YOU and all the amazing things you're involved in outside of FLY.
Are you playing a sport, participating in band or choir, performing in a concert or musical, competing, volunteering, or involved in another extracurricular activity? We'd love to hear about it!
Help us show off our FLY students!
Whether it's a big accomplishment or simply something you enjoy doing, we want to celebrate it with you!
Send your photos and stories to Justin so we can feature our FLY students in upcoming updates and on our social media!
Let's cheer each other on and celebrate all the great things happening beyond the walls of Faith Lutheran Church!
Are you playing a sport, participating in band or choir, performing in a concert or musical, competing, volunteering, or involved in another extracurricular activity? We'd love to hear about it!
Help us show off our FLY students!
- Share a photo from a game, meet, concert, performance, or activity.
- Tell us a little about what you've been up to.
- Share a special accomplishment, memorable moment, or something you're excited about.
Whether it's a big accomplishment or simply something you enjoy doing, we want to celebrate it with you!
Send your photos and stories to Justin so we can feature our FLY students in upcoming updates and on our social media!
Let's cheer each other on and celebrate all the great things happening beyond the walls of Faith Lutheran Church!
Important Reminders!
FLY Registration
Have you completed your FLY registration for this year?
All students participating in FLY need to complete the registration form so we have up-to-date contact information and can share important announcements with students and families.
Important for 8th Grade Confirmation Students: If you registered for GLOW and are also participating in FLY, you must register for both programs. GLOW registration does not automatically register you for FLY.
COMPLETE FLY REGISTRATION HERE
FOLLOW JESUS • BUILD FRIENDSHIPS • MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Thank you to our students, families, and volunteers for being part of FLY! Your time, ideas, and support help us create meaningful opportunities to grow in faith, serve others, and build friendships.
Have questions or want to get involved? Reach out to Justin. We look forward to everything coming up!
Have you completed your FLY registration for this year?
All students participating in FLY need to complete the registration form so we have up-to-date contact information and can share important announcements with students and families.
Important for 8th Grade Confirmation Students: If you registered for GLOW and are also participating in FLY, you must register for both programs. GLOW registration does not automatically register you for FLY.
COMPLETE FLY REGISTRATION HERE
FOLLOW JESUS • BUILD FRIENDSHIPS • MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Thank you to our students, families, and volunteers for being part of FLY! Your time, ideas, and support help us create meaningful opportunities to grow in faith, serve others, and build friendships.
Have questions or want to get involved? Reach out to Justin. We look forward to everything coming up!
FLY 2027 Mission Trip — Denver, CO
Our destination has been chosen! After gathering input from our youth and families, Denver, Colorado will be the destination for our 2027 FLY Mission Trip!
Now that we know where we're headed, the planning process is moving forward! Our initial participant count has been submitted, and we're beginning the next steps of preparing for the journey, organizing our group, and working through the details of the trip.
Participant Interest & Commitment
Our first participant count has been submitted, but it's not too late to express interest!
If you are a youth or adult who is still interested in participating in the 2027 Mission Trip, please get that information to Justin no later than November 15.
This next count will help us finalize our group numbers, leadership needs, transportation, lodging, and other important planning details.
First Payment Deadline
November 15 — $150 First Payment Due
The first payment of $150 per participant is due November 15.
If you are planning to participate, please make sure your interest and initial commitment are communicated by this date so we can continue moving forward with registration and trip preparations.
Youth & Adult Leader Meetings
As we move into the next phase of planning, we will begin reaching out to schedule individual meetings with both youth participants and interested adult leaders.
These conversations will give us an opportunity to go through important trip information, expectations, responsibilities, commitments, and what everyone can expect as we prepare for Denver.
Adult leaders will also begin working together on the more detailed aspects of the trip, helping establish plans, responsibilities, and important expectations for the group.
Watch for messages and meeting requests coming your way!
What Happens Next?
With our initial numbers submitted, more in-depth planning is beginning. Some of the areas we'll be working through include:
Denver is our destination. Now the journey begins!
Together, we'll prepare to serve, grow in faith, build
relationships, and make a difference in the lives of others.
Now that we know where we're headed, the planning process is moving forward! Our initial participant count has been submitted, and we're beginning the next steps of preparing for the journey, organizing our group, and working through the details of the trip.
Participant Interest & Commitment
Our first participant count has been submitted, but it's not too late to express interest!
If you are a youth or adult who is still interested in participating in the 2027 Mission Trip, please get that information to Justin no later than November 15.
This next count will help us finalize our group numbers, leadership needs, transportation, lodging, and other important planning details.
First Payment Deadline
November 15 — $150 First Payment Due
The first payment of $150 per participant is due November 15.
If you are planning to participate, please make sure your interest and initial commitment are communicated by this date so we can continue moving forward with registration and trip preparations.
Youth & Adult Leader Meetings
As we move into the next phase of planning, we will begin reaching out to schedule individual meetings with both youth participants and interested adult leaders.
These conversations will give us an opportunity to go through important trip information, expectations, responsibilities, commitments, and what everyone can expect as we prepare for Denver.
Adult leaders will also begin working together on the more detailed aspects of the trip, helping establish plans, responsibilities, and important expectations for the group.
Watch for messages and meeting requests coming your way!
What Happens Next?
With our initial numbers submitted, more in-depth planning is beginning. Some of the areas we'll be working through include:
- Finalizing youth and adult leader participation
- Registration and participant commitments
- Transportation and lodging arrangements
- Fundraising opportunities and goals
- Trip preparation, expectations, and responsibilities
- Important dates, deadlines, and upcoming payments
Denver is our destination. Now the journey begins!
Together, we'll prepare to serve, grow in faith, build
relationships, and make a difference in the lives of others.
Dough for Dough Fundraiser | November 1st
Our Dough for Dough Holiday Cookie Dough Fundraiser is underway, and orders are coming in nicely! Thank you to everyone who has already helped spread the word and support our FLY youth.
We're selling Christmas cut-out cookie dough in festive decorative tins, made by our youth and volunteers. It's a great way for friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers to get a head start on their holiday baking while supporting FLY!
Cookie Dough Pricing
We're off to a great start, but there's still plenty of time to collect more orders! We encourage all FLY students and families to help keep the momentum going.
Why It Matters
Every order helps support FLY youth activities, faith formation, service opportunities, and our upcoming 2027 Mission Trip to Denver, Colorado.
Thank you to everyone who has already placed an order, shared our fundraiser, or helped get the word out. Your support makes a difference!
Let's keep those orders coming and make this year's Dough for Dough fundraiser a sweet success!
We're selling Christmas cut-out cookie dough in festive decorative tins, made by our youth and volunteers. It's a great way for friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers to get a head start on their holiday baking while supporting FLY!
Cookie Dough Pricing
- 2 lb tin: $10
- 3 lb tin: $15
- November 1–30: Order collection
- November 30, 5:30–7:30 PM: Cookie Dough Making Night at Auburndale High School
- December 6: Cookie dough pickup and delivery following worship at Faith Lutheran Church
We're off to a great start, but there's still plenty of time to collect more orders! We encourage all FLY students and families to help keep the momentum going.
- Share the fundraiser with friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers.
- Share the fundraiser post on Facebook.
- Ask people in your community if they would like to order cookie dough.
- Continue collecting orders throughout November.
- Sign up to help with Cookie Dough Making Night or pickup and delivery as needed.
Why It Matters
Every order helps support FLY youth activities, faith formation, service opportunities, and our upcoming 2027 Mission Trip to Denver, Colorado.
Thank you to everyone who has already placed an order, shared our fundraiser, or helped get the word out. Your support makes a difference!
Let's keep those orders coming and make this year's Dough for Dough fundraiser a sweet success!
FLY Time! (High School) | November 15th | 10:00 AM | FLY Room
FLY Youth — Sunday!
High School students (Grades 9–12) — FLY is your space!
Join us from 10–11 AM for a time to connect, laugh, grow in faith, and simply be yourself. Whether you’ve been coming to FLY for years or this is your first time, you’re welcome here!
Where: Lower Level
How to get there: Enter through the north stairway near the main entrance, then head straight.
Come ready for great conversation, fun, faith, and maybe even a little friendly competition! Bring your energy, your questions, and your friends.
We can’t wait to see you at FLY!
High School students (Grades 9–12) — FLY is your space!
Join us from 10–11 AM for a time to connect, laugh, grow in faith, and simply be yourself. Whether you’ve been coming to FLY for years or this is your first time, you’re welcome here!
Where: Lower Level
How to get there: Enter through the north stairway near the main entrance, then head straight.
Come ready for great conversation, fun, faith, and maybe even a little friendly competition! Bring your energy, your questions, and your friends.
We can’t wait to see you at FLY!
Save The Date
FLY — Upcoming Events
Youth Advisory Team Meeting | Nov. 11 | 5:30 PM
Our Advisory Team comes together regularly to support and guide the youth ministry at Faith Lutheran Church.
During these meetings, we review what has happened over the past month, look ahead to upcoming events, and discuss any decisions or direction needed for ministry and church life.
This is an open and welcoming space for conversation, collaboration, and shared leadership. While the team is established, all are welcome to attend, listen in, and stay connected with what is happening across our ministries.
November - FLY Youth Night — Date: TBD
What should we do for our next Youth Night?
Have an idea for an activity, outing, or place you’d like to go? Share your ideas and let’s see if we can make it happen!
We want to hear from you—so send your ideas to Justin and help plan our November Youth Night!
Youth Advisory Team Meeting | Nov. 11 | 5:30 PM
Our Advisory Team comes together regularly to support and guide the youth ministry at Faith Lutheran Church.
During these meetings, we review what has happened over the past month, look ahead to upcoming events, and discuss any decisions or direction needed for ministry and church life.
This is an open and welcoming space for conversation, collaboration, and shared leadership. While the team is established, all are welcome to attend, listen in, and stay connected with what is happening across our ministries.
November - FLY Youth Night — Date: TBD
What should we do for our next Youth Night?
Have an idea for an activity, outing, or place you’d like to go? Share your ideas and let’s see if we can make it happen!
We want to hear from you—so send your ideas to Justin and help plan our November Youth Night!
FLY Annual Holiday Gathering | December 28
Get ready for an evening of holiday fun, laughter, food, and friendly competition! Our Annual FLY Holiday Gathering is almost here, and all youth in Grades 7–12, along with our FLY alumni, are invited to join us for a fun night of celebrating the season together!
Date: Monday, December 28, 2026
Time: 5:00–8:30 PM
Location: Faith Lutheran Church
What's Happening?
We'll kick off the evening at 5:00 PM with a delicious supper, followed by some of our favorite holiday traditions and a few new surprises!
We'll wrap up around 8:30 PM, but the fun is open to friends, too—and yes, visiting cousins count!
What Should I Bring?
Cost: FREE! Just bring your socks for the exchange and come ready for a great time.
We can't wait to celebrate another Christmas season with our FLY family. Hope to see you there!
Questions? Contact Justin Polzin, Youth Director, at youth@faithmarshfield.com.
Get ready for an evening of holiday fun, laughter, food, and friendly competition! Our Annual FLY Holiday Gathering is almost here, and all youth in Grades 7–12, along with our FLY alumni, are invited to join us for a fun night of celebrating the season together!
Date: Monday, December 28, 2026
Time: 5:00–8:30 PM
Location: Faith Lutheran Church
What's Happening?
We'll kick off the evening at 5:00 PM with a delicious supper, followed by some of our favorite holiday traditions and a few new surprises!
- Sock Exchange: Bring a fun, silly, or quirky pair of socks to exchange!
- Games & Prizes: Enjoy some friendly competition with games and prizes up for grabs.
- Ugly Sweater Contest: Show off your most creative, outrageous, or gloriously tacky holiday sweater for a chance to win a special prize!
We'll wrap up around 8:30 PM, but the fun is open to friends, too—and yes, visiting cousins count!
What Should I Bring?
- A fun pair of socks for the sock exchange
- Your ugliest, funniest, or most creative holiday sweater
- Your friends and plenty of holiday spirit!
Cost: FREE! Just bring your socks for the exchange and come ready for a great time.
We can't wait to celebrate another Christmas season with our FLY family. Hope to see you there!
Questions? Contact Justin Polzin, Youth Director, at youth@faithmarshfield.com.
FLY WEEKLY CHALLENGE!
ARE YOU IN THE KNOW?
November 6, 2026 | FLY Weekly Update Challenge
Think you know what's happening in FLY? Here's your chance to prove it!
Read this week's FLY Info Page carefully and answer the questions in the attachment below.
You'll find information about our fundraisers, mission trip, upcoming events, and ways to get involved.
THE CHALLENGE: Answer the questions, unscramble the words, and see how much you remember!
READY TO TURN IT IN?
Once you've completed the challenge, print it off and turn it in to Justin, or email your answers to Justin at youth@faithmarshfield.com.
There may even be prizes up for grabs!
Thanks for reading, staying informed, and being part of FLY!
November 6, 2026 | FLY Weekly Update Challenge
Think you know what's happening in FLY? Here's your chance to prove it!
Read this week's FLY Info Page carefully and answer the questions in the attachment below.
You'll find information about our fundraisers, mission trip, upcoming events, and ways to get involved.
THE CHALLENGE: Answer the questions, unscramble the words, and see how much you remember!
READY TO TURN IT IN?
Once you've completed the challenge, print it off and turn it in to Justin, or email your answers to Justin at youth@faithmarshfield.com.
There may even be prizes up for grabs!
Thanks for reading, staying informed, and being part of FLY!
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